Supporting those bereaved by cancer: a service evaluation and investigation of cognitive behavioural mechanisms in the treatment of prolonged grief

Background: Individuals bereaved by cancer face significant emotional challenges, often experiencing prolonged grief disorder (PGD), PTSD, depression, and anxiety. Effective interventions are needed to target these mental health problems. This study evaluates the outcomes of the specialist bereaveme...

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Published in:	European Journal of Psychotraumatology
Main Authors:	Kirsten V. Smith, Graham R. Thew, Sarah C. Carr, Paris R. Congrave, Susie Rudge, Erin H. Thompson
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Taylor & Francis Group 2025-12-01
Subjects:	Bereavement grief prolonged grief disorder cancer cognitive behavioural therapy Duelo
Online Access:	https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/10.1080/20008066.2025.2545144

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